New Restaurants and Bars in Nashville

Recently Opened

January 2026

• Love’s Alibi
  The team behind Barrel Proof Nashville opened a new neighborhood bar in The Gulch, offering everything from craveable snacks to indulgent mains.
• Streetcar Taps & Garden
  The new Germantown location of Streetcar Taps & Garden brings the same easygoing energy with a menu built for casual cravings.
• Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe
  Downtown just added a crave-worthy stop with Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café at Nashville Yards, bringing its popular sweet-and-savory crêpes, hot drinks, and more to the city.

December 2025

• Dog Haus Biergarten
  A California-founded beer garden and gourmet hot dog joint has opened two Nashville-area locations this year.
• Golden Prawn #3
  A new Chinese American takeout joint by Chad Newton and Gracie Nguyen is open in East Nashville’s Riverside Village.
• Gordo's Taqueria
  Gordo Taqueria has made its Nashville debut, offering burritos, quesadillas, and tacos in the Wedgewood-Houston area.
• In-N-Out Burger
  Lebanon and Antioch are officially the first locations in the Nashville area to serve up In-N-Out's animal-style fries and double-double burgers.

November 2025

• All or Nothing Bagels
  All or Nothing Bagels, the cult-favorite sourdough bagel pop-up that’s fueled Nashville mornings, has officially opened its first brick-and-mortar in the Buchanan Arts District.
• Aligator Bar
  The Alligator Bar at Union Station Nashville opened as part of Nashville Yards, located beneath the Broadway Bridge.
• Aloha Fish Co.
  Aloha Fish Co. has made a splash at its new oneC1TY location. Guests can stock up on ultra-fresh cuts or grab island-inspired bites to go, including poke bowls, DIY sushi handroll kits, and a rotation of hot daily dishes.
• Craig's Nashville
  Craig Susser's iconic modern American restaurant is now open in The Gulch, offering a wide menu of elevated comfort food.
• Culaccino
  Frank Pullara’s new restaurant is now open in Nashville Yards, serving an authentic taste of Italy through a menu of artisan, scratch-made pastas.
• Maggie's Place
  Maggie’s Place is now open at 905 51st Ave. N. in The Nations. With fire pits, lawn games, and plenty of outdoor seating, it’s the perfect place to gather with friends for pitchers, buckets, and casual bites like tacos and quesadillas.
• Mama Yang & Daughter
  After four years delighting fans at the Richland Park Farmers’ Market, Mama Yang & Daughter has settled into a charming brick-and-mortar space in Germantown.
• Maru
  Maru, already a favorite in East Nashville and The Nations, has expanded with a stylish new location at Emblem Park, a mixed-use development situated along the Wedgewood-Houston border.
• Moto Moda
  A vintage motorcycle shop and pizzeria with a full bar is now open in Wedgewood-Houston, featuring a spacious, dog-friendly patio.
• Sushi-San
  Led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan, Sushi-san is now open in Ashwood 12South, serving up the freshest seafood with a side of old-school hip-hop, Japanese whisky, and a walk-up soft serve window.

October 2025

• Buddy's Tiny Tonk
  Created by the team behind Pearl Diver, the intimate Tiny Tonk is situated in the historic Arcade Alley, offering classic Honky Tonk music, timeless cold drinks, and signature sloppy joes.
• Momento Specialty Coffee
  Momento blends a cozy European cafe with Nashville’s vibrant culture with a carefully curated menu of specialty coffee, pastries, and paninis in East Nashville.
• Noôsh
  Naz Kiani's authentic Persian restaurant is now open in Belle Meade, serving traditional Persian spreads for lunch and dinner six days a week.
• Ollè Korean Eats
  A new spot serving a variety of fresh Korean comfort food in a fast-casual setting in West Nashville.
• Philippe Chow
  The upscale Beijing-style restaurant, featuring a signature Peking duck, opened inside the historic Cummins Station.
• Sirocco
  Now open in Five Points, Sirocco breathes new life into a once-shuttered East Nashville restaurant site, offering a signature fusion of Mediterranean flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and an atmosphere designed to captivate.
• The Sicilian Butcher and The Sicilian Baker
  The award-winning Italian concept made its Tennessee debut in Wedgewood-Houston, offering both a modern-casual Italian restaurant and a classic Italian bakery known for its build-your-own cannoli bar experience. 

September 2025

• ELEVIN11
  A Vietnamese-influenced restaurant and bar in East Nashville from the team behind Old Glory.
• Aba
  The new Mediterranean restaurant in Wedgewood-Houston by Chef CJ Jacobson offers signature dishes, including hummus with chicken ragu, smoked cheddar labneh, hot honey halloumi, and pork tenderloin kebab.
• Chapstick
  The sister establishment of East Nashville's The Lipstick Lounge is a "Sports Bar for All," showing as many different sports and games as possible.  
• Connie's Upscale Dive
  Connie's is located in the back space of a Midtown-area building that was previously home to Cafe Coco.
• Fine and Pico
  12 South’s latest part-salon, part-wine bar, fully focused on community, offers sparkling, white, red, rosé, and even orange wines.
• Fogo de Chao
  The Brazilian Steakhouse offers a variety of skewered meats carved tableside in Nashville Yards.
• Nick the Greek
  This family-friendly fast-casual restaurant in Nashville Yards features authentic Greek street food, specializing in gyros and souvlaki.
• Shipley Do-Nuts
  Shipley's handcrafted donuts and kolaches are made fresh daily and served hot since 1936. A second location is now open in Nashville Yards.
• Sift Bakery
  Sift is a new bakery from the team behind Dose Nashville, offering fresh-baked treats, catering, and a sense of community spirit in historic North Nashville.
• Verna
  An all-day café and cocktail bar in Nashville’s Historic Rock Block. The bar offers a variety of Cajun comfort food, Japanese-inspired dishes, and café fare, with a strong emphasis on cocktails.

August 2025

• Champy's World Famous Fried Chicken
  The casual fried chicken restaurant and bar is now open in Downtown Nashville, specializing in Cajun-style cuisine with Southern sides and comfort food.
• Dolly Wines Bar
  Step into the sparkle of Dolly Parton's world at Dolly Wines Bar, the newest gem inside Assembly Food Hall at Fifth + Broadway. Sip on one of Dolly’s signature wines and experience her warmth, charm, and southern spirit in every pour.
• Goodfellas Pizzeria
  Goodfellas Pizzeria's new location, situated in the heart of the North Gulch, features both the pizzeria and the "Wiseguy Lounge", a bourbon bar.
• Ingrassia & Sons Italian Deli
  Find fresh sandwiches, salads, baked goods, and specialty groceries in this new family-run Italian deli in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood.
• Junior Restaurant and Wine Bar
  A new concept from Philip Krajeck, Junior Restaurant and Wine Bar, is now open at the former Piggly Wiggly grocery store on Dickerson Pike.
• Mama Bread
  A new bakery in East Nashville, offering fresh, homemade bread baked daily, along with an assortment of other grocery items.
• Marquee
  Marquee sets the stage for a new kind of night out in Nashville. Featuring postmodern music, elevated food, and craft cocktails, Marquee curates a cinematic atmosphere with an intimate setting.
• Modern Love
  This bold new concept has transformed the entire first floor of Fairlane Hotel. Modern Love is a fully reimagined food, drink, and social experience, created by the team behind Pearl Diver and Tiger Bar.
• Perenn Bakery
  A new all-day cafe, bakery, and rotisserie in Berry Hill offering guests a behind-the-scenes look into the baking process with an open-layout production floor.
• Stoke Haus Brewing & Barbecue
  East Nashville's new brewpub on Main Street boasts a laid-back neighborhood vibe, where guests can savor cold, in-house-brewed beers alongside classic barbecue fare.
• Strega Bar
  A new bar concept, owned by the same team behind Rosemary & Beauty Queen in East Nashville, has opened as a community-centric, local hangout featuring a large courtyard, quirky animal imagery, and $1 pizza slices. 

July 2025

• Babychan 
  A Japanese-influenced bakery and café, helmed by James Beard Finalist Chefs Brian Lea and Leina Horii of Kisser, is now open in Germantown.
• Happy Does
  The newest all-day hangout spot in Midtown—complete with games and karaoke—takes its inspiration from Kenny Chesney’s feel-good anthem ‘Happy Does.’”
• KyruRamen
  Kyuramen opened its doors right behind the outfield of First Horizon Park, where the Nashville Sounds play.
• La La Land Kind Cafe
  The cafe's first Nashville location, offering signature drinks and toasts, opened in Ashwood 12South, supporting a mission of aiding youth transitioning from foster care.
• Morning Glory Coffee
  North Nashville's new coffee cafe showcases art by local artists and offers a welcoming atmosphere that fosters creativity and connection.
• Posty's
  Global superstar Post Malone opened Posty’s on Lower Broadway with six bars and three stages offering a variety of experiences across its three floors.
• The Loading Dock
  The cozy cafe is now open in North Nashville's Buchanan Arts District with an day coffee and food menu, plus expanded indoor and outdoor seating.
• ZuZu 
  Newly opened in Downtown Nashville, ZuZu brings bold Asian-inspired fusion cuisine together with vibrant nightlife in a sleek, high-energy setting.

June 2025

• Bad Luck Burger Club
  Born from pandemic pivots and years of touring in rock bands, Andy and Cody transformed a backyard burger obsession into Bad Luck Burger Club—a smash burger hotspot in The Nations, known for its crispy-edged double patties, gooey American cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and house-made sauce.
• Close Company Bar
  Close Company, the latest concept from Gin & Luck (of Death & Co. fame), brings a subterranean bar with an energetic, come-as-you-are vibe to Nashville’s Neuhoff District in Germantown.
• Living Waters Brewing
  Known for its rotating lineup of carefully crafted beers — from hazy IPAs to fruited sours and barrel-aged stouts — Living Waters pairs its creative brewing with a welcoming taproom atmosphere. The Nations location features ample indoor and patio seating, offering a laid-back setting to enjoy thoughtfully made brews.
• Pastis
  Pastis Nashville, now open in Wedgewood-Houston’s historic May Hosiery Mills, brings its iconic Parisian brasserie style—with a curved zinc bar, red banquettes, and mosaic floors—alongside French classics like boeuf bourguignon, duck confit, steak frites, and a lively bar with cocktails, spritzes, and an extensive wine list.
• Silo
  Silo, now open in The Gulch, is an all-day eatery led by Executive Chef David Henriquez, serving fresh, locally sourced dishes from breakfast through dinner.

May 2025

• All'Antico Vinaio
  One of the most well-known sandwich shops in the world has opened two new locations: Downtown and at Somera Road's Prima Tower in the Gulch.
• The Den
  The Den is a new neighborhood corner bodega, coffee spot, and shop in East Nashville.
• Dukos
  Dukos Pizza brings wood-fired pies topped with Southern flair to East Nashville, serving inventive pizzas and pastas on perfectly crafted dough in a neon-lit space that’s part trattoria, part disco, with a full bar and a late-night vibe.
• Lola's European Cafe
  Lola’s European Cafe, which opened in May, offers coffee, beer, pastries, light bites, and authentic Italian gelato—the star of this fresh, unique concept in Nashville.
• Perenn Bakery
  Perenn, the all-day café, bakery, and rotisserie, has officially expanded its presence in Tennessee with the opening of Perenn Bakery in South Nashville.
• The Salty
  The Salty in 12South is a new all-day cafe offering an expanded menu of breakfast staples, savory lunch dishes, and grab-and-go options, in addition to its fan-favorite donuts and coffee.
• Tipsy Scoop 
  Nashville's first boozy ice cream bar, Barlour, is now open in SoBro with a menu of boozy sundaes, ice cream cocktails, and Nashville-exclusive flavors.
• SuperNormal 
  The new dog-friendly casual spot offers burgers and ice cream for lunch and dinner in Sylvan Park.
• V Modern Italian 
  Michelin-starred chef Stefano Ciotti has brought a new multisensory dining experience to The Gulch.

April 2025

• Federales 
  Federales Tacos & Tequila is a casual open-air restaurant and bar in The Gulch that offers tasty drinks, tacos, and urban industrial vibes.
• Little Rey "Al Carbon"
  Ford Fry’s Little Rey “Al Carbon” opened in Midtown. The fast-casual northern Mexican-inspired restaurant is known for its wood-roasted “chicken al carbon.”
• Odie's
  Old Dominion, the seven-time CMA award-winning band, has opened Odie's, a new bar and entertainment venue in Midtown.
• Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
  At this new spot on Second Avenue in Downtown Nashville, A-list pianists will perform hits from every era on two grand pianos with unmatched energy and showmanship.
• Sho Pizza Bar
  Sean Brock opened a Japanese Pizza Bar in East Nashville’s Riverside Village, focused on Tokyo-inspired pies.
• Still G.I.N. Lounge by Dre and Snoop
  Located in the restored catacombs of a four-level historic building that houses Nashville Live!, Still G.I.N. Lounge by Dre and Snoop brings an elevated nightlife experience to Music City, blending the smooth sophistication of a top-tier cocktail lounge with the energy and cultural influence of the legendary duo.
• The Salty Burrito
  The new concept from the team behind Oscar’s Taco, which opened in Hillsboro Village, serves Southern California-inspired Mexican cuisine, made fresh and in-house.
• Tantísimo
  The new farm-to-table restaurant celebrates the foods of Latin America for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Sylvan Park.
• Urban Cowboy Bar 
  Urban Cowboy Bar is a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience with creative cocktails nestled in the heart of Nashville’s 1902 Historic Arcade Building, just a few blocks from Broadway. 

March 2025

• Curry Boys BBQ
  An Asian BBQ restaurant in East Nashville specializing in the unique combination of Southeast Asian Curry and Classic Texas BBQ by two-time James Beard Foundation Awards semifinalists Sean Wen, Andrew Ho, and Andrew Samia.
• Fishmonger
  A Michelin-recommended casual seafood restaurant offering fresh seafood and southern dishes in Germantown’s Neuhoff District.
• KOSHO by Tabu
  Koshō specializes in Japanese small plates (Izakaya), skewers (Yakitori), and Japanese Shabu Shabu (Hot Pot) cuisine, as well as a curated craft cocktail menu. Sourcing small-batch ingredients, koshō focuses on delivering authentic Japanese cuisine in a modern, fun, and hospitality-centric atmosphere.
• Skinny Dennis Nashville
  An East Nashville commercial building, located about a mile and a half north of Five Points, now houses a New York City country-and-western-centric bar concept called Skinny Dennis.
• Social Cantina
  Social Cantina has opened its fifth location in Nashville, right outside First Horizon Park. This marks Social Cantina’s first location outside Indiana, bringing its vibrant dining experience to Music City.
• Sushi by Bou
  An omakase experience located inside the Dream Nashville. The restaurant features an Art Deco atmosphere where guests can expect high-quality sushi, signature cocktails, and imported sake.
• Turkey and The Wolf Ice House
  Turkey and the Wolf Icehouse opened in East Nashville, serving hot sandwiches, cold beer, frozen beers, and more.
• Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
  New York City-based Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has opened a location in Edgehill Village.

February 2025

• Alebrije
  Alebrije, known for its pop-ups and residencies throughout Nashville, has opened a brick-and-mortar location in East Nashville.
• Cafe ROOTED
  Café ROOTED is part of the ROOTED retail store. A café experience paired with clothing, footwear & apparel. Nestled in Nashville's thriving Gulch, with thoughtfully curated drinks and a welcoming atmosphere.
• Dozen Bakery
  Dozen Bakery relocated its headquarters to Woodbine, offering 15,000 square feet of space to accommodate more customers and increase baking capacity.
• Mott Cha
  Nashville’s newest boba shop is ready to shake things up in Berry Hill.
• Music City Sandwich Shop
  A lunch spot by local musician Jason Eskridge specializing in East Tennessee-style steamed sandwiches.
• Rolled 4 Ever Ice Cream 
  Make the custom dessert creation of your dreams at the new location of The Roll Academy inside Nashville Farmers’ Market. 

Coming Soon

• Alla Vita
  An Italian concept from Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant Group is opening in Wedgewood Houston this spring, serving handmade pasta, pizza, and classic Italian fare at Wedgewood Village. Read more from Nashville Scene.
• Arnold's Southern Cooking
  The meat-and-three restaurant, renowned for its Southern comfort food, is set to open a second location in North Nashville. Read more from WKRN.
• Bacco
  A new Tuscan-inspired dining experience featuring a menu of premium steak cuts and homemade pastas will open at Four Seasons Nashville in spring 2026. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Bar Mar
  This will be the second location of this Chicago-based seafood restaurant. Bar Mar serves reimagined seafood classics and Spanish-style charcuterie. Read more from the Tennessean.
• Bar Roka
  Pioneering Nashville restaurant group M Street is opening a new concept for the first time in over a decade. Bar Rōka will open at 1904 Broadway. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Bar Roza
  Bar Roza, a new specialty cocktail bar from Julia Jaksic of Cafe Roze, will open in the historic Arcade building in downtown Nashville in 2026. Read more from Nashville Post.
• Beignet's & Brew
  Beignets & Brew will take space next to the Fourth Avenue entrance to downtown’s venerable The Arcade. Read more from Nashville Post.
• Belly Acres
  A fast-casual restaurant known for its farm-to-table menu and vibrant décor is set to open in The Gulch. Read more from City Now Next.
• Big Chicken Nashville
  Shaquille O’Neal brings Big Chicken to Nashville's Century Farm development. Read more from the Tennessean.
• Black Dynasty Secret Ramen House
  The popular ramen restaurant will operate out of Mitchell’s Delicatessen for the next year before opening its permanent home in East Nashville at 604 Gallatin Ave. Read more from The Tennessean.
• Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
  Global real estate investment group Hines recently started construction on the redevelopment of its Wedgewood-Houston industrial warehouse into a mixed-use property at 429 Houston Street. Of the four restaurants to open, one will be Bodega, which will host a vibrant nightlife scene. Read more from the Tennessean.
• Butterfly
  A newly launched concept from the José Andrés Group, Butterfly will be perched on the 13th floor of the W Hotel in the Gulch. Read more from the Tennessean.
• Calaccino
  Frank Pullara, executive chef and owner of Culaccino, a local gem for authentic Italian cuisine, and Southwest Value Partners, the developer of Nashville Yards, today announced an agreement to open a second location of Culaccino at Nashville Yards. Culaccino is expected to open its doors at Nashville Yards and will be Pullara’s third restaurant in the area. Read more from the press release.
• Cauponor
  The 16-seat fine dining restaurant space has been designed to evoke the feel of a Moorish cave. With a focus on European cuisine, Cauponor is part of the team behind the Michelin-recognized Peninsula, led by James Beard winner Chef Jake Howell, Craig Schoen, and Yuriko Say. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Chaipolitan
  A new teahouse and café offering baked goods, teas, coffee, and kombucha on tap will open in The Moore Building in Midtown. Read more in What Now Nashville.
• Charmers & Cauponors
  A local chef and James Beard Award nominee is opening Charmers & Cauponors, a new restaurant and bar, in 4,000 square feet of space at 1316 Adams St. in Germantown's Neuhoff development, from the same team behind East Nashville's Peninsula. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Christie Cookie Co. 
  The 42-year-old cookie company will open a new retail location at Nashville Yards. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Cledis Burger & Beer
  Shane Nasby’s burger concept is opening a new Gulch location this spring in the former Party Fowl space. The menu will feature smash burgers, wings, sandwiches, and salads, consistent with the other locations. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Crazy Gnome Brewery
  East Nashville brewer Grayson Miller preps future beyond Main Street space with Inglewood-area property. Read more from the Nashville Scene.
• Dave’s Cosmic Subs
  The specialty sandwich spot known for its love of music is expected to open its first Nashville location in January 2026 on Charlotte Avenue. Read more from What Now Nashville.
• Demure Cocktail Lounge
  A 1960s-inspired chic cocktail lounge is set to open in Germantown. Read more from What Now Nashville.
• Earl's Kitchen + Bar
  Vancouver-based Earl's Restaurant Group is bringing upscale casual dining to Nashville Yards. Earl's Nashville will open in 8,600 square feet on music venue The Pinnacle’s first floor. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Em & Me Cafe
  A new concept is moving into the Germantown space formerly home to Buds & Brews, with plans for a summer 2026 opening and a menu focused on Vietnamese coffee and snacks. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Good People Brewing Company
  East Nashville's historic McGavock House building is slated to offer a craft beer bar from Birmingham-based Good People Brewing Company. Read more from the Nashville Post.
• Hometeam Pizza
  The pizza shop is planning a Belmont area brick-and-mortar location next to Chago’s Cantina. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Indaco
  A Charleston-based hospitality group is planning its third restaurant in Germantown, which will serve housemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Ingrassia & Sons
  Former music industry executive and Nashville resident John Ingrassia is opening Ingrassia & Sons, an Italian deli and market in Wedgewood, Houston. Read more from Nashville Lifestyles.
• Kuya
  The award-winning team behind Nashville’s Noko and Kase x Noko, celebrated for   their inventive Asian-inspired menus and led by James Beard semifinalist Dung “Junior” Vo, will open their third restaurant, Kuya, in 2026 in the West End neighborhood. Read more in The Nashville Post.
• Lion’s Share
  A neighborhood restaurant is opening in Sylvan Park, featuring a menu that combines “comfort meets adventure” dishes. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Lost & Found
  A new development featuring an open-air bar, wine shop, and restaurants is set to open in East Nashville. Read more in The Tennessean.
• Lucas Sellers Wine
  A boutique winery and tasting room with live music is opening in Wedgewood-Houston. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Mēdüzā Mediterrania
  An award-winning Mediterranean restaurant is set to open in Pie Town in 2026. Read more in What Now Nashville.
• Mel's Drive-In
  The Nashville location is set to open in the space previously occupied by B.B. King's Blues Club. The 10,000-square-foot space will blend a vintage drive-in aesthetic with a touch of Tennessee style. Read more from the Nashville Post.
• Momotaro
  Chef Gene Kato’s modern Japanese restaurant Momotaro will open in Wedgewood Village in 2026 under Boka Restaurant Group. Read more from Nashville Scene.
• Mona
  Mona Italian Restaurant will open in Rutledge Hill. The eatery is expected to have a bar and dining area. Read more from the Nashville Post.
• Moxies
  The globally inspired premium-casual restaurant brand will open a new signature location in Peabody Union in SoBro. Read the Press Release.
• NADC Burger
  NADC Burger plans to open its first standalone restaurant in Nashville's Arcade. Read more from The Tennesseean.
• Noko Yaki
  The team behind East Nashville’s Noko and Kase x Noko is coming to the west side for their third restaurant. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Oak by Tabu
  A California restaurateur, Jeff Chon, is bringing a new Japanese restaurant to downtown Nashville. Oak by Tabu will open in SoBro at 534 Sixth Ave. S., on the ground floor of the Sentral apartment complex. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Ocean Prime
  Nationally recognized, Columbus-based Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is planning its first restaurant in Nashville. Serving upscale seafood and steak, Ocean Prime will open in 10,000 square feet at the Nashville Yards project, marking the brand's 21st location. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Ofelia
  Max Adler is opening Ofelia, a taco shop that will transition from farmers' markets to a permanent location in 12South. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Opal's Oysters
  A Texas company plans for Opal’s to join Terry Black’s BBQ in the future at the Rosa Parks Boulevard building, bringing a new seafood restaurant to Germantown. Read more from the Nashville Post.
• Prime + Proper
  A modern steakhouse from Detroit will open its second location at Nashville Yards, featuring meticulously sourced meats, an extensive wine cellar, and the city’s largest restaurant dry-aging facility. Read the full press release.
• Prince Pizza
  The Neapolitan-style pizza spot, known for its Spicy Spring Sicilian-style slice, is coming to Fifth & Broadway and is expected to open in early 2026. Read more from Nashville Post.
• Puesto
  A California-based restaurant is headed to Nashville Yards, set to open in summer 2026 on the ground floor of The Everett, near The Pinnacle, serving Mexico City-style tacos. Read more from Nashville Post.
• Sally's Stay Awhile
  Strategic Hospitality is bringing a new concept, Sally’s Stay Awhile, to 611 Wedgewood Ave. in Wedgewood-Houston, taking over the former Smokin’ Thighs space. Read more from MSN.
• Steampunk Social
  A mesmerizing steampunk-inspired cocktail bar is set to open in Wedgewood-Houston. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Saffire
  Longtime Nashville restaurateur Tom Morales will reopen Saffire at The Factory at Franklin. Guests can expect a wood-fired grill and classics, such as steak biscuits, gumbo, and oyster bar, as well as smoked prime rib and new items. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Soy Cubano
  Soy Cubano is expanding to West Nashville with its first stand-alone restaurant this spring. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• S.S. Gai
  Fresh off earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, S.S. Gai will open its first standalone restaurant at 1106 Chester Ave, where founders Chris and Emma Biard will bring their Thai chicken favorites, including crispy Gai Tod and smoky Gai Yang. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Sushi by Scratch
  Nashville’s first Michelin-starred restaurant will open on the second floor of The Arcade. The 10-seat omakase dining experience will serve a 16-course menu. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• Sushi Row
  Colorado-based Sushi Row is coming to Wedgewood Houston, offering a variety of high-end sushi, caviar, and craft cocktails in an elevated, date-night-worthy environment. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Swerv Racing Lounge
  This summer, a racing simulator-focused bar will open near downtown, featuring 10 simulators, food, and drinks. Read more in The Nashville Post.
• Terry Black's BBQ
  Terry Black’s Barbecue, a popular Texas chain and part of the Black Family Hospitality portfolio, is bringing its first location outside the Lone Star State to 1220 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. in Nashville. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• The Greenwood
  A new cocktail bar and rooftop, operated by Icon Entertainment & Hospitality, will open in East Nashville. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• The Locker Room
  Nashville’s newest sports bar with game day bites is coming to Buchanan Street in North Nashville. Read more in What Now Nashville.
• The Pulled Pit
  Nashville’s newest barbecue spot, The Pulled Pit by pitmaster Shon Harmon, is set to open in fall 2026 at 1408 Buchanan St. The restaurant will serve pork, brisket, lamb, and chicken smoked over fire and oxygen, never over gas, with both dine-in and takeout options. Read more in Nashville Business Journal.
• The Salt Line
  Long Shot Hospitality (LSH), the Washington, D.C.-based restaurant group, will bring its critically acclaimed dining concept, The Salt Line, to Nashville’s East Bank. Read more from the press release.
• The Wine Bar at Nashville Yards
  The Wine Bar at Nashville Yards is slated to open soon. It will offer a global selection of wines, immersive tastings, and expertly paired dining in a refined yet relaxed environment. Read more from the Nashville Post.
• Two Ten Jack
  Japanese-inspired izakaya Two Ten Jack is bringing spicy crab noodles and other favorites to Sylvan Park this spring, opening in the former Otaku Ramen space after nearly 12 years in East Nashville. Read more from Nashville Business Journal.
• Zaytinya
  This Mediterranean restaurant celebrates the culinary traditions of Turkey, Greece, and Lebanon through an elevated mezze dining experience that balances authenticity and innovation. Read more from the Tennessean.